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Private Well-Water Testing Program Returns

Well-Water Sample Testing Program Continuing Our office is closed to the public during the Provincial Emergency period, but we will be continuing the well water sampling service with your co-operation. Water sample kits will be made available for pickup at the Municipal office upper level during regular business hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). Please use the outside intercom button and staff will provide you with bottles safely and socially distancing. Drop-offs You can still drop...

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Masks Required at Transfer Station Sites

Please Wear a Mask If You Exit Your Vehicle at Transfer Stations

With the current COVID-19 situation and respecting provincial safety regulations, residents will now be required to wear a face covering if exiting your vehicle at the Transfer Station Sites. This protocol will help reduce the potential spread of COVID-19 and protect other residents and staff. We continue to appreciate the support and efforts shown by our community.

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Peterborough Public Health Issues Drug Poisoning Alert

Today, Peterborough Public Health issued a warning following an increase in suspected drug poisonings.

On Thursday, January 26, Peterborough Public Health detected a high number of drug poisonings that occurred over the last 24 hours in Peterborough City/County. A total of 5 drug-related poisonings were responded to by 911 first responders. This is presumed to be the result of 3 different opioid products that are blue in colour and one white in colour that is being mistaken for crack cocaine....

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